Teacher uses internet to draw attention to low salary

A second grade teacher in Durham has found a unique way to call attention to the state's low teacher pay.

Lisa Gerardi started a new internet campaign to buy a reliable car. She currently drives a 1992 Chevy Camaro that's on its last legs.

She is the first to admit she drives a clunker. This 21-year old car is what she relies on to get to her job teaching at a Durham elementary school.

"Well, I hope they say that I'm a fun teacher that makes learning fun," said Gerardi.

It's one thing to keep the attention of 7-year olds, but relying on the car to get there is a whole new stress. If it starts, there's still the cracked windshield and missing and broken tailpipes. The car is literally falling apart.

So Gerardi went for help on the internet to crowd-funding sites. She's telling her story, and asking for donations to buy a reliable vehicle.